Learning Solutions Architect/Learning Business Partner-Banking

BeachHead Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

BeachHead Inc. is seeking an experienced Learning Solutions Architect/Learning Business Partner-Banking to design and deliver innovative learning programs for a leading financial client in Canada.

The role focuses on developing multi-year learning roadmaps, managing cross-project relationships, and driving strategic capability development across the organization. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver measurable, impactful programs, leveraging AI tools

Qualifications

• Extensive Learning & Development experience with adult learning principles.
• Vendor relationship management and advisory skills.
• Blended learning program design, development and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive learning strategies and roadmaps aligned with enterprise goals.
• Engage with business leaders, HRBP, and COE leads to understand evolving learning needs.
• Lead performance consulting via needs analyses to identify gaps and design solutions.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors for onboarding and execution.
• Coordinate multiple projects to meet deliverables on time and within scope.
• Identify and leverage learning assets to support capability development.
• Monitor industry trends and adopt emerging learning modalities.
• Collaborate with COE teams and partners to align with frameworks.
• Provide updates on learning initiatives and outcomes.
• Incorporate stakeholder feedback for continuous improvement.

Skills

Learning & Development

Adult learning principles

Vendor relationship management

Negotiation and stakeholder management

Blended learning design

Onboarding, compliance, performance

MS Office (365, Teams, Word, Excel)

AI tools (Copilot)

Tools

Copilot

Job description

Are you an experienced Learning and Development professional with a knack for designing impactful learning programs?

Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Learning Solutions Architect/Learning Business Partner-Banking. In this position, you will be responsible for developing innovative learning solutions, managing relationships across multiple projects, and leading strategic planning efforts to ensure effective capability development. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence learning strategies within a large organization, collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver measurable, impactful programs.

Pay rate range (CAD): $56.35/hr – $67.62/hr

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive learning strategies and multi-year roadmaps aligned with enterprise goals
• Engage with business leaders, HRBP, and Learning COE leads to understand evolving learning needs and provide expert advisory services
• Lead performance consulting by conducting needs analyses to identify gaps and designing targeted learning solutions
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure successful onboarding and execution of learning programs
• Manage and coordinate multiple projects, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within scope
• Identify, inventory, and leverage learning assets to support capability development and business outcomes
• Proactively monitor industry trends, incorporate emerging technologies, and recommend innovative learning modalities
• Collaborate with Learning COE teams and external partners to ensure alignment with enterprise frameworks and methodologies
• Provide updates and reports on learning initiatives, progress, and strategic outcomes
• Gather and incorporate stakeholder feedback to continuously improve learning solutions and user experience
• Manage escalations related to the learning strategy within the portfolio

Desired Skill-Set

• Extensive experience in Learning & Development, with a solid understanding of adult learning principles
• Demonstrated capability in learning consultation and vendor relationship management
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to design, develop, and evaluate blended learning programs
• Experience with onboarding, compliance, and performance improvement initiatives
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Office 365, Teams, Word, and Excel (pivot tables, formulas)
• Knowledge of AI tools including Copilot and related technologies

Nice to Have

• Experience working within the banking or financial services sector
• Familiarity with performance consulting, change management, and project management methodologies
• Prior exposure to business architecture, adult education certifications, or related credentials
• Experience leading or supporting large-scale organizational learning initiatives

BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability.